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© Rita K. Connell

spotlight

Uploaded: June 14, 2009

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select background, texturize 179%, hue saturation background darken 67%, Render filters>spotlight 69%, smart sharpen. I didn't work to hard on the feathers sorry.

Exif: F Number: 5.6, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 1/160 seconds, Flash: did not fire, compulsory flash mode, ISO: 800, White balance: Auto white balance, FocalLength: 300.00 mm, Model: Canon EOS 40D

Comments

Michael Kelly level-classic June 14, 2009

I like it Rita - almost like he is in a lineup or a show. Interesting an nicely done interpretation. #1141352

Rita K. Connell level-classic June 14, 2009


thanks Michael, there is so much I have never tried before. I really want to understand more about layering, masking, dodging. Your pictures are so sharp and crisp someday. Do you work with a pen your feather detail is awesome. #7629500

Michael Kelly level-classic June 14, 2009

Just a mouse Rita, the secret is to enlarge a lot and work on a small area at a time. Change your brush size using the "[" for smaller and "]" for larger as you work around details. Don't feel bad there is a lot I have not tried either. You learn lots of great procedures form this group.

Thank you for the nice compliment. #7629536

Aimee C. Eisaman June 15, 2009

Cool texture and lighting....reminds me of a vegas lounge singer! :~) #7631977

Ellen H. Robertson level-classic June 15, 2009

love the spot light and the BG. Good job. #7633224

Debbie E. Payne June 15, 2009

Sorry, I haven't gotten to tell you yet that I really like this, Rita. Texture and major lighting changes are something I haven't ventured out much into but I really like your rendition.

We will have to call him the "Vegas Lounge Singer". You are too funny, Aimee. #7633310

Rita K. Connell level-classic June 15, 2009

Thank you to everyone, I am trying to be more adventurous, I love this idea of everyone getting a chance to do something different with one picture. But Aimee don't pick me yet for being the picture of the week. let me play and post awhile longer. I am quiet proud of "Vegas Lounge Singer" this old dog is still learning new tricks!!! How fun is that! #7634289

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